Apple confirms its developer website was hacked

Apple has confirmed that the ongoing downtime on its developer website is an aftereffect of an intruder attempting to access personal information of its registered developers.

The Member Center on developer.apple.com lets registered Apple developers access the latest versions of iOS and Mac OS versions (including iOS 7 and OS X Mavericks beta), view developer documentation and other resources like WWDC videos, manage their submissions to the respective App Stores, and perform other activities. The Member Center has been down since Thursday for what initially seemed like regular maintenance, but as the downtime was extended, speculation emerged that it may due to security issues.

Apple has now confirmed that security of its developer website was indeed compromised but assured that 'sensitive personal information' was encrypted and couldn't have been accessed by the intruder. However, Apple said, information like developers' names as well as mailing and email addresses may have been exposed.

Apple explained the extended downtime by saying it was using the opportunity to 'completely overhaul' its developer systems, though the company did not give a timeframe on when the website would be accessible again.

Here's Apple's statement in full.

"We'll be back soon.

Last Thursday, an intruder attempted to secure personal information of our registered developers from our developer website. Sensitive personal information was encrypted and cannot be accessed, however, we have not been able to rule out the possibility that some developers' names, mailing addresses, and/or email addresses may have been accessed. In the spirit of transparency, we want to inform you of the issue. We took the site down immediately on Thursday and have been working around the clock since then.

In order to prevent a security threat like this from happening again, we're completely overhauling our developer systems, updating our server software, and rebuilding our entire database. We apologize for the significant inconvenience that our downtime has caused you and we expect to have the developer website up again soon.

If your program membership was set to expire during this period, it has been extended and your app will remain on the App Store. If you have any other concerns about your account, please contact us.
Thank you for your patience."

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Top 10 Richest Countries in the World in 2013

1. Qatar
2. Luxembourg
3. United Arab Emirates
4. Brunei
5. Mac au
6. Singapore
7. Norway
8. Bermuda
9. Kuwait
10. United States

#1) Qatar – Richest Country in the World and in Asia
GDP (PPP): $106,283.96

Capital City: Doha

With a population of around 1.9 million and GDP equal to $182 Billion, Qatar is the world’s richest country. It lies in the Persian Gulf and it is a peninsula. It lies in the Middle East and is richest Arab country in the world. Saudi Arabia lies to its south. Economy of this richest country is entirely dependent on Petroleum as it contributes nearly 85% in export earnings. Banking and Tourism are other areas where Qatar generates money. It is also the richest country in Asia.

#2) Luxembourg – Richest Country in Europe
GDP (PPP): $79,649.49

Capital City: Luxembourg

Holding the title of wealthiest country in Europe, Luxembourg is much famous as a tax heaven. Many billionaires from around the globe reside in this country to save themselves from taxes in their homeland.  It is the second richest country in the world. With a population of just around half million, it has striking contrast of green pastures of land alongside industrialized city. It lies in Europe and is headed by a Grand Duke. Banking, Steel Industry and telecommunications contribute heavily to its wealth.

#3) Singapore – World’s Third Richest Country
GDP (PPP): $61,046.96

Capital City:  Singapore

Located in Southeast Asia and comprising of 63 islands, Singapore is a fully island country. On this list of top 10 wealthiest nations, it ranks third. It is one of the largest financial centers in the world and along with Taiwan, Hong Kong and South Korea, it forms the Four Asian Tigers. Its population is around 5.5 millions with majority of them practising Buddhism.

#4) Norway – One of the Richest Nations in the World

GDP (PPP): $54,479

Capital City:  Oslo

A country with roughly 5 million people, Norway ,coupled with high GDP and comparatively low population, it is one of the richest countries on Earth. Sharing its border with Finland, Sweden and Russia, it is a developed country. Economy of this rich nation depends on oil and natural gas reserves which is found around it.

#5) Hong Kong SAR – Second Richest Country in Asia

GDP (PPP): $50,716

Lying on China’s South coast, Hong Kong is the fifth richest country based on per capita income. It has a high GDP and it is a leading financial destination in the world as well as in Asia. It is a specially administrated region with its own currency but defence services by China.

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FreeCAD 3D CAD Modeler

Parametric modeling allows you to easily modify your design by going back into your model history and changing its parameters. FreeCAD is open source (LGPL license) and completely modular, allowing for very advanced extension and customization. 

FreeCAD is a parametric 3D modeler. 

FreeCAD is multiplatfom, and reads and writes many open file formats such as STEP, IGES, STL and others.  

Who is FreeCAD for?

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The programmer. Most of FreeCAD's functionality is accessible to Python. You can easily pilot FreeCAD from scripts, build your own modules or even embed FreeCAD in your own application. 

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Kaspersky Rescue Disk 10.0.32.17 data 2013/07/21

Kaspersky Rescue Disk is a free and safe program to remove viruses from a computer without the risk of getting infected! Kaspersky Rescue Disk is designed to scan and disinfect x86 and x64-compatible computers that have been infected. The application should be used when the infection is so severe that it is impossible to disinfect the computer using anti-virus applications or malware removal utilities (such as Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool) running under the operating system. In this case, disinfection is more efficient because malware programs do not gain control when the operating system is being loaded. In the emergency repair mode, you can only start objects scan tasks, update databases roll back updates and view statistics. Boot from the Kaspersky Rescue Disk to scan and remove threats from an infected PC without the risk of infecting other files or computers. Burn this ISO image to a CD, insert it into the infected system’s CD-ROM drive, enter the PC’s BIOS, set it to boot from the CD and reboot the PC.

Kaspersky Rescue Disk 10 allows performing the following actions:
• Configure objects scan settings:
o change security level
o change actions to be performed on detected objects
o create a scan scope
o change types of objects to be scanned
o limit scan time
o configure scan of compound files
o change a scan method
o set default settings

• Configure databases update settings:
o select an update source
o specify proxy-server settings
o specify regional settings
o roll back to previous databases

• Configure additional settings:
o select detection of specific threat types
o create a trusted zone
o configure notifications settings
o specify time of storing reports
o specify time of storing Quarantine and Backup objects

• Create a report on scan and update tasks.
• View statistics about applican’s functioning.

Supported Operating Systems: Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 (32-bit & 64-bit).

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SafeIP 2.0.0.2011

SafeIP is a free Internet privacy program for protecting your online identity and unblocking websites. Surf anonymously, hide your IP address, protect your online identity, unblock websites, and more with SafeIP. You can change your IP proxy location, view your original IP address, and see a quick overview of which protection settings you have turned on. Easily select your preferred proxy IP location and change your IP at anytime. The automatic startup option will ensure your IP is protected at all times, even before your Internet connection starts. Stop ads, cookies, and malware, while using our proprietary Browser Fingerprint anti-tracking technology. Application translations available in multiple languages. SafeIP also has the very suefull features such as Malware Protection, Ad Blocking, Cookie Protection, Referring URL Protection, Browser ID Protection, WiFi and DNS Protection.

When the Malware Protection feature is enabled, SafeIP will block a list of known malware, spam, and phishing sites. The database for this feature is updated in real-time. Enabling this feature protects from new threats, it does not scan your PC for current and past infections.

When Ad Blocking is enabled, SafeIP will subscribe to a real-time database of advertisement websites and block them. This feature will speed up your web browsing, as fewer texts, images or videos from advertisements will load.

Enabling Cookie Protection feature will block all cookies. Your web browser will not be able to store any cookies, which may prevent some websites from working. When this feature is on, websites will not be able to track you with cookies.

To prevent your web browser from exposing your Referring URL, also known as a “Referer Header”, enable the Referring URL Protection feature on the Settings window. This feature is compatible with all web browsers.

All applications are supported to use SafeIP, but you must have a Pro Licenseto use Torrent programs and to unlock extra features.

• Anonymous proxy IPs help hide your true online identity and unblock websites. Protect your online identity by hiding your IP from websites, email, games, and more.

• Secure SSL proxy encryption with WiFi protection. Encrypt all your Internet traffic with a private proxy, either browsing at home or on public WiFi hotspots.

• Fast unlimited access to unblock any website. Choose the anonymous IP location closest to you for the fastest connection speeds.

• Free download for Windows with no ads or expiration. SafeIP can be used completely free for unlimited use, without advertisements and never expires.

Supported OS: Windows 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 (32-bit & 64-bit).

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The Nixie Watch

Now here is the geek stuff. The Cathode Corner Nixie watch are a two-digit wristwatch using Nixie tubes. The watch requires no button-pushing to operate. Just hold the watch at your standard viewing angle, and the hours, then the minutes, will appear in perfectly-formed, 14mm tall, glowing orange digits.

This piece of retro nerdity is more affordable, it costs only $395. Even Steve Wozniak the co-founder of Apple has one of those. He even regrets that he haven’t invented those.

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iOs 6.1.3 Downgrade using iFaith & Easy to Fix 3194 Error!

iOs 6.1.3 Downgrade using iFaith - We all know if apple release iOs 6.1.3 to fix some bugs exploite also conclude that it can't be jailbreaked with evasi0n jailbreak.

Well for those of you who have iDevce A4 as the iPhone 3GS, 4 and iPod Touch are already upgrade to iOS 6.1.3, you may be a little more luck because you can still do Dowgrade to iOS 5.1.1 or Tethered jailbreak using Sn0wbreeze.

Why Not to iOS 6.1.2 or lower? This caused the iOS 6.1.2 shsh files or lower Corrupt experience that can not be in use for the downgrade to that iOS version.So the only way is to downgrade to iOS 5.1.1, cause iOS 5.1.1 is arguably more stable than iOS 6, you can also enjoy an untethered jailbreak using Absinthe.

To be able to Downgrade to iOS 5.1.1 on iPhone 3GS / 4 and iPod Touch you must have iOS 5.1.1 shsh. If you do not have SHSH, do not expect to do the Downgrade.

Things you need to be able to do Downgrade iOS 6.1.3 to iOS 5.1.1 Using iFaith:

1. iFaith latest version, you can Download here
2. iREB r7, you can Download here
3. IOS 5.1.1 SHSH Blobs, you can Req from Cydia server using TinyUmbrella or iFaith.
4. Latest version iTunes.
5. iOS 5.1.1 is in accordance with your iPhone or iPod.

How to Downgrade iOs 6.1.3 using iFaith

Step 1: Open iFaith Ways Right Click and select "Run As Administrator"

Step 2: On the screen iFaith select "Build * signed * IPSW w / Blobs" Then select "Browse for SHSH Blobs" Search iOS 5.1.1 SHSH file and click Open.

Step 3: Next, select "Browse for an IPSW" and Find Files Firmware iOS 5.1.1 that you download or prepared beforehand.

Step 4: Wait Until iFaith finished making a CTF file, so you just be patient enough, might use the time to 5-10 minutes.

Step 5: After iFaith finished making CTF file for your iPhone or iPod, please check the file, usually stored on your computer desktop.

Step 6: Next iFaith will automatically guide you to position your iPhone or iPod into DFU Mode. But here, we do not Positioning Using iFaith for iPhone or iPod into DFU Mode. So Close iFaith only.

Step 7: Open iREB r7 that you downloaded earlier, By Way Right Click and select "Run As Administrator"

Step 8: Once your iPhone or iPod is detected in iREB r7, On the iDevice Please Select menu options to suit your iDevice have.

Step 9: At this Moment, you will be guided By iREB r7 for Positioning your iPhone or iPod Touch into DFU Mode. Please follow the instructions provided in the Show By iREB r7

Press and Hold the Power / Sleep for 3 Seconds

• Press the Home button without releasing the power button / Sleep for 10 seconds
• Without releasing the Power button Release the Home button (Home button remains in the press) for 15 Seconds

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Step 10: After successfully position your iPhone or iPod Touch into DFU Mode, Close iREB r7, And Open iTunes, Now In iTunes your iPhone or iPod Touch will be detected as Recovery Mode.

Step 11: In iTunes Press and Hold down the Shift key on your computer and then click "Restore" in iTunes, then select File CTF is already in the Create iFaith, the file is usually located in your Desktop Computer.

Step 12: Please Wait Until Done Restore Process. and enjoy iOS 5.1.1

Note: If the current Restore Process, iTunes Error 3194 occurred. Open the hosts file is on your computer, the way, find the hosts file at this address c: \ windows \ system32 \ drivers \ etc \ hosts. Then Edit File Host with notepad and then Save, Then Repeat Restore Process. Read here for more details

# 74.208.10.249 gs.apple.com
# 127.0.0.1 gs.apple.com
# 74.208.105.171 gs.apple.com

For users of the iPhone 3Gs baseband SU Up after doing this way, Please Read here to perform in order to Downgrade Baseband Unlock using Ultrasn0w.

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